Simple Syrup Flapjack

Yummy golden syrup flapjacks are easier than you think. No matter your baking experience, this four ingredient, easy to follow recipe will get you serving up mouth-watering flapjacks in no time. The hardest part is not eating the mix while you are making! 

Recipe overview

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Effort: Minimal
Serves: Makes 16 small squares

Ingredients 

• 225g butter
• 150g light brown sugar
• 150g golden syrup
• 425g porridge oats
• (optional - pinch of cinnamon)

For the drizzle:

• 110g melted milk chocolate

Equipment

• 20 x 20cm baking tray
• Baking parchment
• Large mixing bowls
• Large pan 
• Stirring spoon

Method 

• Preheat your oven to 180°C and line a 20 x 20cm baking tray (use butter or parchment paper).
• Melt the butter, sugar and golden syrup in a pan on a low heat.
• Once the sugar has fully dissolved, remove from the heat and fold in the oats. You can add to the depth of flavour by pinching in a little cinnamon.
• Stir until the oats are fully coated.
• Place the mixture in the lined baking tray, making sure you get into the corners, and press down with a spoon.
• Place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
• Let the flapjacks cool completely and remove from the baking tray.
• Melt the chocolate in a bowl over boiling water and drizzle. 
• Cut into pieces and serve.  

Chef’s note:

• You'll know when your flapjacks are ready as the outer edges will start to turn brown but the inner will be soft and have a slight wobble like a firm jelly.